Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Application of the competency: This unit applies to basic penetrant testing techniques on fabrications, structures and components across a wide range of industries and restricted to basic visible dye and/or process penetrant line methods. The work can relate to scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities, using general tools, specific penetrant testing equipment as specified in maintenance documentation, testing procedures or operator instructions. Actual and potential defects are to be considered, together with ongoing abnormalities in fabrications, components and structures. Penetrant testing is performed on critical component or structural zones. All testing must be completed with particular attention to personal safety and OH&S regulations. Certification against Australian standards may be achieved where assessment in this unit of competency is carried out in conjunction with an examining authority as described in ISO 9712. Materials and chemicals which are subject to codes and regulations – for example, chemicals, explosives, solvents, dangerous materials, acids, or noxious waste products – must be subject to safe work habits and must be stored and used in accordance with safe work practices.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MEM24001B Perform basic penetrant testing

Element:

1. Prepare inspection areas for basic penetrant testing

Performance Criteria:

1.1. Inspection areas are cleaned and prepared for testing using appropriate procedures and materials.1.2. Preparation processes are carried out in accordance with the relevant procedures and OH&S requirements.1.3. Inspection areas are visually assessed and obvious discontinuities are identified.

Element:

2. Perform basic penetrant testing

Performance Criteria:

2.1. Nominated test is identified from standard operating procedures.2.2. Test equipment is prepared in accordance with standard operating procedures.2.3. Test media is selected and applied in accordance with workplace practices and specifications.2.4. Penetrant test is carried out in accordance with relevant work instructions and OH&S requirements.2.5. Penetrant testing equipment is maintained and stored in accordance with standard operating procedures and OH&S requirements.

Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course.

Evidence of student’s competence can be gathered through a variety of ways including: • observation of processes and procedures; • oral and/or written questioning on required knowledge and skills; • testimony from supervisors, colleagues, clients and/or other appropriate persons; • inspection of the final product or outcome; • a portfolio of documentary evidence.

Graded Assessment out of 100 Marks will be based on the results obtained for Assignments, Practical Reports & Unit Tests. Students must gain a pass in ALL forms of assessment in order to gain this competency.